The wait is over; here I stand before the Savoy Place,
Busking in the company of like minds.
I can’t help but wear a perpetual smile,
For this is the platform we shall always cherish.
Giving us an opportunity to share knowledge,
Giving us the pool to swim with our role models,
Giving us the wherewithal to compare notes,
It’s a new world, everyone is a novice, don’t be intimidated!
Yet recall it’s incumbent upon us to be generous with our wisdom.
What we enjoy today was made possible by the sacrifices of others,
So do your part and make the next generation a little better!
Listening and absorbing like a sponge,
Speaking and sharing nuggets and pitfalls,
Learning from the experience of others,
Anything not invented by God was invented by Engineers, roared Ollie!
There are things that one cannot delegate, like giving birth, bellowed Shola!
Keep the door propped open for those following behind, demanded Shereen!
For everyone is a giant to someone, declared John!
Leaving us uplifted and inspired,
Leaving us with renewed hope,
Leaving us empowered and energized,
To face another day and drive the agenda forward,
As responsible forebears and not dutiful descendants.
Make a plan, reach out and network with others,
And generate the power of a united community!